Dog-Friendly Cafes, Restaurants & Bars in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
No need to leave your dog behind if you’re heading out for a coffee, meal or drink. Here are Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Maitland dog-friendly cafes.
50+ Camping, Caravan & Holiday Parks to Stay Within a 3 Hour Drive of Newcastle
Camping, glamping or villa stay? Here’s a list of 50+ kid-friendly spots in Newcastle & the Hunter, Port Stephens, Mid-North Coast, Central Coast & Sydney
8 Ways to Celebrate Koala Month in September
September is Save the Koala Month and to celebrate, here are a few ways to appreciate this marsupial cutie. You can try to spot a koala, adopt a koala or even learn more about them.
Speers Point Park: Epic Fun at the Massive Lake Macquarie Variety Playground
How amazing is the massive Speers Point Variety Park? This 2-hectare fully fenced park is packed with fun play equipment for kids of all ages.
The Best Day Trips From Newcastle to Enjoy With Your Family
Get out for a drive & explore the region. Here are the best day trips from Newcastle covering coast, wineries, lakes, rainforest & a couple of lighthouses.
Blackbutt Reserve: 100% Fun at Richley Reserve Adventure Playground
Enjoy a play in the adventure playground in Richley Reserve at Blackbutt Reserve. It’s a great playground that encourages nature play, adventure and risk-taking.
See Dr Karl at the 2025 Living Smart Festival in Lake Macquarie
The Living Smart Festival is back for 2025 with workshops, cooking demonstrations, performances and more. This event encourage people to learn about and embrace everyday sustainability practices.
Visit Galleries and Museums in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
The Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter region is full of educational and entertaining museums and galleries. Enjoy a family day out with your kids to learn more about Hunter history, art, science and transportation.
15+ Things to Do in Maitland With Kids
Want to explore Maitland with your kids? Here are some of our best picks for family-friendly activities, many of which are free and low-cost.
Visit the Hunter Valley’s Best Kid-Friendly Wineries
Enjoy wine tasting in the Hunter Valley with kids in tow. Here’s a list of family-friendly wineries with games, colouring books & kids sessions.
15+ Things to Do in Hunter Valley with Kids
With its wineries, restaurants and concerts, the Hunter Valley is a firm favourite with adults. But you can also bring kids along on your visit out to the Hunter Valley as there is plenty of fun attractions and activities to do with kids.
Learn About Science at the 2025 Hunter Science Festival at Newcastle Museum
The Hunter Science Festival is back for 2025 at Newcastle Museum. This hugely popular day is filled with FREE science fun and hands-on experiences for kids of all ages!
Try Newcastle Region’s Best Family-Friendly Mountain Biking Trails!
Go mountain biking with your kids! Here are some recommendations for some of the best family-friendly mountain bike tracks in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter region.
Where to Bike in Newcastle: 15+ Cycle Paths to Enjoy With Your Family
Get out of the house and go for a bike ride with your kids. We’ve put together a collection of our favourite family cycle routes in Newcastle.